Juneteenth And The Covenant Of Economic Liberation
June 2, 2026Written by Orvin KimbroughFreedom was declared. But the news arrived late. And for far too many, the fullness…
Fans Online Debate JAŸ-Z's Lyrics, Cultural Impact & More
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.After JAŸ-Z's headlining set of day one of the Roots Picnic, fans…
M.I.A files multi-million dollar lawsuit against Kid Cudi after she was kicked off his latest tour
The “Paper Planes” rapper alleges that Cudi silenced her artistic freedom by removing her from his “Rebel Ragers Tour” last…
Blue-chip gets a boost, but edgier art remains in the doldrums
Brown and Blacks in Reds (1957) by the evergreen Mark Rothko made $85.7m at Sotheby’s New York auction of works…
The intention behind casting Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle in ‘Proof,’ and what it says about Broadway and entertainment
The revival of the Tony Award-winning play has already earned rave reviews for Cheadle and Edebiri’s performances.David Auburn’s Pulitzer and…
Jury finds South Carolina convenience store owner not guilty in death of Black teen Cyrus Carmack-Belton
The decision prompted emotional reactions in court as members of Carmack-Belton’s family wept after the verdict was read.A South Carolina…
20 Trailblazing Black LGBTQ+ Actors Who Are Redefining Hollywood On And Off The Screen
In honor of Pride Month, we honor these legendary entertainers. Check out 20 Black LGBTQ+ actors redefining Hollywood inside.Hollywood has…
Minn. GOP holds moment of silence for Derek Chauvin days after the 6th anniversary of George Floyd’s death
State officials denounced the tribute to Chauvin, whose conviction followed George Floyd’s killing and sparked a nationwide movement for racial…
14-year-old goes missing off NJ coast during school trip two days before his graduation
Family of 14-year-old Davoris Carter questions supervision after he entered the water at a Wildwood beach and never returned.A 14-year-old…
The Marathon Continues: Nipsey Hussle’s Daughter Emani Celebrates High School Graduation With Uncle Blacc Sam
The marathon continues with Nipsey Hussle’s daughter, Emani Asghedom, who has graduated from high school—and we just love to see…
Dawn Airey announced as new chair of Arts Council England
Dawn AireyPhoto Jonathan Phang. Courtesy Department for Culture, Media and SportDawn Airey, a media executive who helped found Channel 5…
American Black Film Festival marks 30 years of celebrating and protecting Black storytelling
With star-studded screenings, panels, and rooftop celebrations, ABFF continues its mission to elevate Black voices in film. In June of…
Courtney Kemp Agboh sees you hate watching ‘Nemesis’: ‘I already got you!’
Co-creators Courtney Kemp Agboh and Tani Marole open up about the reactions online to Netflix’s hit heist show “Nemesis.” All…
Spencer Leak Jr., 3rd-Generation Leader Of Chicago’s Leak & Sons Funeral Homes, Dies At 56
June 1, 2026Leak is survived by his wife of nearly 25 years, Donna, and their daughter, Emma, and son, Spencer…
Kanye West Draws 118,000 Fans For Massive Istanbul Concert
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Kanye West put on a historic show in Istanbul, performing in front…
Inside the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art’s major expansion
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Aerial view of the newly expanded Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art,…
Reliving Serena Williams’ 10 Most Iconic Career Moments
There has never been anyone quite like Serena Williams. From a teenager with a rocket serve and something to prove,…
A modern Tower of Babel? Pope Leo XIV warns against artificial intelligence
Pope Leo XIV AP Photo/Luca Bruno/Associated Press / Alamy Stock PhotoPope Leo has warned that artificial intelligence is a major…
George Floyd’s family speaks out after Minn. GOP Derek Chauvin tribute, cites Kevin Hart roast controversy
The family criticized Minnesota GOP for honoring Chauvin and said recent backlash over a George Floyd joke at a Kevin…
Robert ‘Kool’ Bell Is Building A Legacy Beyond Music With Le Kool Champagne And Kool King Coconut Water
June 1, 2026The Kool & the Gang co-founder discusses Le Kool Champagne, Kool King Coconut Water, generational wealth, and building…
Serena Williams set to compete in her first tournament since 2022
More than three years after her last professional match, Williams will return to competition at Queen’s Club in London. Serena…
Hot Girl Healing — Megan Thee Stallion Seems To Say 'Deuces' To 'Cheating' Ex Klay Thompson In Fiery New Verse
Heartbreak never sounded so good! Megan Thee Stallion appears to be moving on from ex Klay Thompson based on her…
Trump Wants To ‘Cancel’ His Freedom 250 Festival Now That Pretty Much Everyone Has Dropped Out
This wouldn't have happened if Trump had let the festival be more about celebrating the country and less about inflating…
Dexter Wansel, Philly soul legend with vast family legacy who produced Teddy Pendergrass’ ‘Love TKO,’ dies at 75
His son, Andrew “Pop” Wansel, shared the news of his death on social media, saying his father fought illness for…
Akademiks Tries To Use Gala Photo To Refute Jay-Z's Freestyle, Social Media Attacks
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Akademiks unearthed photos of Jay-Z with Ivanka Trump after Jay-Z’s Roots Picnic…
A brush with… Elyse Gonzales, director of San Antonio's Ruby City art centre
Elyse Gonzales is director of Ruby City art centre in San AntonioCourtesy Elyse GonzalesIf you could live with just one…
Steph Curry ends sneaker free agency with massive 10-year deal with Chinese company Li-Ning
The four-time champion and two-time NBA MVP left his previous sneaker home, Under Armour, after a 13-year partnership that helped…
Bill Cosby ordered to pay sex abuse victim nearly $60M after judge denies requiest for new trial
Cosby was found liable in March in relation to a 2023 lawsuit alleging he sexually abused a former waitress after…
What’s New & Black On Netflix: June 2026
Whether you're looking for inspiring documentaries or nostalgic favorites, this month's Netflix lineup offers a little something for everyone.Summer streaming…
Inside the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art's major expansion
Aerial view of the newly expanded Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas © Tim Hursley, courtesy Crystal Bridges…
Jay-Z uses Roots Picnic freestyle to address Drake Kanye West, Nicki Minaj and more
In the nearly four-minute freestyle, Jay-Z addressed everything his critics said about him during his set Saturday night. After a…
Black Lawmakers Block Controversial NCAA NIL Bill
May 29, 2026Opponents of the SCORE Act argue that it would strengthen the NCAA’s power while limiting labor protections and…
Uncle Nearest Whiskey To Be Sold?
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Uncle Nearest Nears Possible Sale as Receiver Signs Letter of IntentA federal…
Social media grieves the end of ‘Euphoria’ & the reality of addiction
The season 3 finale of HBO’s “Euphoria” marked the end of the hit show, leaving fans grieving both characters and…
Seneca Connor Launches Platform That Scores Brands On Their Commitment To The Black Community
June 1, 2026New App and Browser Extension Scores 800+ CompaniesOriginally published on BlackNews.com.Seneca Connor, an African American attorney and entrepreneur…
Lawd, Have Marcy! Cécred Cloud Bobbed JAŸ-Z Umlaut Unloads At Roots Picnic, Pummels Drake, Nicki Minaj, Dame Dash, Kanye West & Tory Lanez In Fiery Freestyle
Night one of the 2026 Roots Picnic was definitely one for the history books! Jay-Z let his afro swing and…
Chennedy Carter Starts Azzi Fudd Beef After Fans Say She “Ate Her Up” In Aces Loss
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Chennedy Carter’s competitive nature led to some trash-talking on threads because fans…
Giant glacier painting disappears from Argentina’s presidential palace after new law passes loosening protections for these icy regions
In April demonstrators gathered outside Argentina’s parliament as lawmakers debated changes to the glacier law, which will enable mining in…
Peabo Bryson, voice behind R&B and Disney classics, suffers stroke
The 75-year-old R&B balladeer, whose career spans decades of hits and celebrated duets, is being treated after suffering a stroke.Grammy-winning…
Beyond the stage: 5 standout moments from Roots Picnic 2026
From Erykah Badu’s love letter to Philadelphia to local food and immersive activations, Roots Picnic celebrated culture and community at…
Trump’s attacks on DEI are dismantling the public health infrastructure, new report finds
According to the analysis conducted by the Center for American Progress (CAP), a confluence of anti-DEI policies has resulted in…
Out of the Mud: Bryson Graham’s Vertical Rise Mirrors The Changing NBA Executive Landscape
May 31, 2026Bryson Graham was introduced as the Chicago Bulls’ Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations on May 4 at…
'Black Queen!' — Jade Cargill Wants Revenge, Delivering Career-Best Performance At WWE Clash In Italy 2026: See Fans' Reactions
Ahead of Sunday's WWE Women’s Title Match against defending champ Rhea Ripley, the pro wrestler promised payback, saying, "This is…
On Brand: “Students For Trump” Founder Arrested For Domestic Assault
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Ryan Fournier, co-founder of…
Pass The Popcorn: Here Are The Biggest Films Coming Summer 2026
There’s something special about movie season when summer rolls around. The kids are out of school, families are planning vacations,…
‘Bronica’ is back: Brandy brings out Monica for a ’90s flashback at Roots Picnic
Styled in Cross Colours and supported by generations of R&B women, Brandy turned her festival performance into a tribute to…
New Music Mondays: 2BYG Brings Back The Boy Band Era With New Single
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Rising R&B quartet 2BYG is proving big things come from Texas as…
Lil Mama! — Latto Debuts Beautiful Baby Girl, Admits She ‘Underestimated’ Postpartum Depression Amid Premature Retirement Announcement
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Latto is in her…
Why artists' works held in storage can be seized when a gallery goes bust
Image: Pavel LosevskyWhen, in February, Stephen Friedman Gallery announced it was entering administration, it was Groundhog Day all over again…
Civil Rights Lawyer And MLK Advisor Clarence B. Jones Dies At 95
June 1, 2026The civil rights attorney, strategist, and “I Have A Dream” speechwriter helped shape the movementClarence B. Jones, a…
Wig Alert! LUVME Hair Has Launched Its New OwnScalp Wig Collection
Love the look of fresh braids but not the install process? Explore LUVME Hair's OwnScalp Wig Collection for effortless, wear-and-go…
British Museum director responds to pushback after Jewish Culture Month event postponed
The British Museum postponed a lecture on ancient Jewish history for Jewish Heritage Month scheduled for 28 MayPhoto: Dennis –…
Florida principal placed on leave over disputed Fetty Wap yearbook quote
A lyric from Fetty Wap’s hit “Trap Queen” appeared alongside the principal’s name, setting off a dispute that has drawn…
‘Michael’ is on track to become the highest-grossing music biopic ever
With an estimated $846.3 million worldwide, the film is less than $65 million away from surpassing ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ as the…
Bad moon rising: AI debate erupts over ‘colourised’ version of a classic Ansel Adams photo
The offending “colourised” version of Ansel Adams’s Moonrise, Hernandez, New Mexico (1941), created by the gallerist James Danziger using AIThe…
‘A battle worth having’: Fired over social media, ex-WaPo columnist Karen Attiah heads to arbitration against former employer
The arbitration hearing comes as several other people, from a retired police officer to several university professors, have won settlements…
Hot Girl Closure: Megan Thee Stallion Seemingly Addresses Klay Thompson Breakup In New Verse
Hot Girl Healing never sounded so good! Megan Thee Stallion appears to talk moving on from ex Klay Thompson on…
Cardi B is helping promote New York’s new childcare program. Here’s why families nationwide are paying attention
The rapper and Lin-Manuel Miranda helped narrow down finalists in a citywide jingle contest, but the bigger story is New…
Dozens arrested as protests at Newark ICE detention center enter second week
Advocates say detainees at Delaney Hall face inadequate food, limited medical care and restricted family visitation, while federal officials dispute…
Judge Orders Removal Of Trump’s Name from Kennedy Center, Perturbed POTUS Now Has 'No Interest' In Renovations
Trump announced Friday that he has “no interest” in continuing his efforts to remake the Washington, D.C. performing arts center.A…